Water damage can ruin your valuable and furniture inside but most importantly it can destroy your house. If you stop it quickly you might be able to lessen the damage. Professional restoration services are usually recommended for the best quality results.
You can save rugs and some clothing depending on the water type, but any wet electronics are most likely trash.
Don't take water damage as a joke. Even the smallest amount of water in a basement or attic can really destroy your property. Mold can grow and destroy floors, furniture, and walls. Even worse it can affect the air quality causing asthma or severe illness. Preventing mold growth is very important and will keep your house air clean.
We provided you with some tips to follow if you suffer from water damage in your house:
Shut off the water valve
If you have water damage immediately shut the water valve off, this should stop the water from leaking. You can sometimes find the water valve located by the water heater. This will stop all water from flowing inside. If you can't find the water valve shut off the main power first to shut off the electricity.
Remove the standing water
Get a bucket and towels to remove any standing water inside. Take the water and dump it outside and remove as much water as possible until further help arrives. If you have black water you should not touch any water as it will be dangerous and may have hazardous materials. You might need to get a wet vac to remove any water that the bucket is not able to.
Move furniture and objects
Move any furniture that you can and small objects so they don't get wet. be careful when moving metal furniture that can stain the floor. Unplug appliances and electronics and put them in a safe spot to cut the chances of water damage. If your furniture does get wet take pictures for the insurance company to see.
Dry the affected area
Dry the area with air blowers and multiple fans. Salvage any flooring and baseboard that can't be saved. If it is a wood floor you might be able to save it. You want the place dry as soon as possible. water damaged drywall is a perfect way to get mold inside your house. You might need to rely on a professional water damage restoration company to handle this for you.
Stop mold growth
Make sure to disinfect the area completely with mold killer to stop any mold from growing. If you are doing an entire room you might want to use a fogger for safety and convenience reasons.
**Notice these are just tips for dealing with water damage. It is always recommended to use professional restoration services that will bill your insurance company directly. Contact a Water Damage Specialist for help 24 hours a day at (754) 234-8634.